PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician - Multiple Shifts
ChristianaCare · Newark, DE
$29.80–$44.71/ hour
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Wilmington, DE
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Wilmington area centers on $31.70 per hour, or about $65,940 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.10 and the upper quarter over $38.90. That ranks 65th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 130th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wilmington.
- $31.70median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $23–$39typical range per hour
- 5,310employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Wilmington, DE
The metro median is 2% below the Delaware statewide median of $32.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 5,310 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.81 | $43,280 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.10 | $48,050 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.70 | $65,940 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.90 | $80,910 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.13 | $93,870 | 52% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 65th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 130th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical laboratory scientist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2010), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Wilmington
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.70 median hour buys what $30.91 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,141
- Per year: $57,060
- Per month: $4,755
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wilmington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,407 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,291 |
Travel medical laboratory scientist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician= Midnight Shift
ChristianaCare · Newark, DE
$29.80–$44.71/ hour
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician - FT Flex Evening Shift
ChristianaCare · Newark, DE
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Hospitals in Wilmington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Va Medical Center Wilmington, DE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Wilmington, DE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware Wilmington, DE | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $31.70/hr | 71,749 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 28 mi | $31.70/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Vineland, NJ | 34 mi | $31.38/hr | 62,070 |
| Lancaster, PA | 46 mi | $30.32/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 47 mi | $23.69/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 53 mi | $35.02/hr | 91,193 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Delaware · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Delaware
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Delaware taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Wilmington, DE?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $31.70 per hour, about $65,940 a year. The middle half earn between $23.10 and $38.90 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 130th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Wilmington?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington, led by Wilmington Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Delaware license to work in Wilmington as a medical laboratory scientist?
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Wilmington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wilmington is $127 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,407 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- ChristianaCareNewark, DE · 3 postings$37.26/ hr$30–$45
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$82.53/ hr$66–$99
- Sharp HealthCareCoronado, CA · 3 postings$64.63/ hr$56–$73
- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$63.98/ hr$50–$78
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- Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician - Multiple ShiftsPermanent$29.80–$44.71/ hour
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